1993 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1993 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Morgan Plus 4 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Morgan | Tata |
Model | Plus 4 | Safari |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |